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Minnesota Where to Buy Alcohol (2026)

Conditional: In Minnesota, full-strength beer, wine and spirits are sold only in licensed liquor stores, which may be private or municipally owned, and grocery and convenience stores may sell only 3.2% (low-alcohol) beer.

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In Minnesota, full-strength beer, wine and spirits are sold only in licensed liquor stores, which may be private or municipally owned, and grocery and convenience stores may sell only 3.2% (low-alcohol) beer. Many cities operate municipal liquor stores.

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